Conflict in South SudanWhile still struggling to achieve peace with Sudan since its independence in 2011, South Sudan is now riddled with internal conflict. Rebel forces led by former Vice President Riek Machar want to overthrow the government of South Sudan, led by President Salva Kiir. The United States must intervene in South Sudan, as it is an enduring interest within our national security strategy to maintain “an international order.” advanced by U.S. leadership that promotes peace, security, and opportunity.” General Rodriguez, commander of AFRICOM, should use both diplomatic and economic tools of power. By doing so, the United States risks a potentially long-term commitment to East Africa. It is first necessary to discuss in detail the events that led to the writing of this article. In December 2013, South Sudan found itself embroiled in another bloody conflict. Tensions have erupted between President Salva Kiir and former Vice President Riek Machar. The fighting began after President Kiir accused Machar of planning a coup to overthrow him. The accusation served as a catalyst for the feuding tribes between the two political figures. President Kiir and Machar are from the Dinka and Nuer tribes respectively and their political dispute only intensifies inter-tribal opposition. Multiple outbreaks of violence and fighting now plague the already young and struggling nation. The White Nuer Army is a disorganized and unpredictable force that the former vice president cannot control. On February 18, they targeted the oil-rich city of Malakal and massacred countless civilians. “Shocked aid workers reported gunmen raping and killing patients at the city's only functioning hospital,” a March issue of the Economist reported. On April 19......half of the paper......2014.US AFRICOM web page on South Sudan. http://www.africom.mil/about-africa/east-africa/South-Sudan. Network. April 2, 2014. United States National Security Strategy (2010). Watson, Cynthia Ann. Origins, structure and commitments of combatant commands. Westport, CT: Praeger Security International, 2011. Print.Works Reference: “Juba says 'enemies of peace' are sabotaging improved relations with Khartoum.” Sudan Tribune. 20 April 2014: n. page SudanTribune.com. Network. 20 April 2014.“S. Sudan says US sanctions could speed up peace process.” Sudan Tribune. 18 April 2014: n. page SudanTribune.com. Network. 18 April 2014. “Conflict in South Sudan: pro-Machar forces 'seize' Bentiu.” British broadcasting company. 15 April 2014: n. page bbc.com. Network. April 20, 2014. “United States Relations with South Sudan: Bureau of African Affairs” US Department of State. Network. April 2 2014.